Browsing Category: national forest rules and regulations

The world lost more than 16 million acres of forest in 2022. This devastated area exceeds the size of West Virginia, which shows why we need tougher forest laws. The 2023 Forest Declaration Assessment reveals illegal logging has become a $30-100 billion annual business. This makes it one of the most profitable environmental crimes worldwide. The massive shadow economy endangers forests that support over 86 million green jobs and adds to 17% of worldwide greenhouse...